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How Americans are feeling about the country’s 250th anniversary, according to new polls

About 4 in 10 Americans feel proud of the milestone, but many Democrats and young adults say they are conflicted or indifferent, polls found.

  • As the United States marks 250 years of independence, new Gallup and The Associated Press-NORC Center polls reveal mixed public sentiment, with roughly 7 in 10 Americans believing the nation has achieved its founding ideals.
  • About 8 in 10 Americans now say Declaration signers would be disappointed with the country's progress, a sharp increase from 25 years ago when 55% held that view.
  • Sharp demographic splits persist, as most Republicans feel proud or excited about the anniversary, while Democrats and younger adults describe their feelings as conflicted or indifferent.
  • Just under half of adults plan to celebrate the 250 milestone by spending time with friends or family, while approximately 1 in 10 say they will attend official America 250 events.
  • Individual plans vary, from Duane Mitchell driving his restored 1954 Chevrolet in Montana parades to Lyle Nelson watching Macy fireworks, while Laura Davis urges "nuanced" reflection during celebrations.
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How Americans are feeling about the country's 250th anniversary, according to new polls

A new AP-NORC poll finds that about 4 in 10 U.S. adults feel “proud” about the country's 250th anniversary, while about 3 in 10 feel “excited.”

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